Avet 50 or Tiagra 50W LRS?

Nick C · 10-24-2006, 08:32 PM

What's your take? Which reel do you like better. If you have not fished both, please don't vote. I'd like to hear from those who have fished/own both(i.e Beerman).
I plan on adding 2 more shinny reels to my collection by/right after xmas

DIRTYFOOT2 · 10-24-2006, 08:41 PM

Not interested in the accurates huh?
DF2 :-k

Nick C · 10-24-2006, 08:57 PM

Haven't looked into them... what are they running $$$
The tiagra and Avet are about the same price(Avet slightly cheaper)

Beerman · 10-24-2006, 09:12 PM

Nick, your welcome to borrow mine whenever you want, that way you will get a hands on feel for each. IMO I like them both, thats why i have 2 of each :lol: but if you go Tiagra make sure its the LRS and if Avet the wide.....but i do call the AVets the winches :lol:

you get a little more drag with the Avet and they are made in the good old USA, and a little quicker retrieve in high gear. Other than that they are pretty comparable

The Avet:

Two Speed Model, Gear Ratio H3.2:1, L1.3:1
Lever Drag control system.
50 lb Max Drag on Strike with Free Spool.
Pre set Drag feature.
New cast control system only available from Avet Reels
(prevention of backlash and as an line out adjustment for live bait fishing)
100% precision machined aluminum rigid frame.
All stainless steel ball bearings and stainless steel components.
AveDrag dual caliper drag washers with titanium brake disk.
Handle knob with oversized grip.

Harness lugs.

Proudly designed, machined and assembled in USA.

Technical Data
Line capacity:
50lb - 950yd *
*Note: Line diameter varies by manufacturer.

Weight
67 oz

Tiagra:

Model Line Retrieve Per Crank (High/Low in.) Line Capacity (# Test/Yards) Max Drag at Full w/ Freespool (lbs.) Max Drag at Strike w/ Freespool (lbs.) Weight Bearings High Gear Ratio Low Gear Ratio

TI50WLRSA 37/15 80/550 44.0 35.0 86.3 4 BB 3.1:1 1.3:1

Nick C · 10-24-2006, 09:16 PM

Zack, are the Avets lighter?

I'm not a huge fan of the tiagra handle... i gots smaller hands than most though...

Beerman · 10-24-2006, 09:22 PM

Avets are lighter 67 oz vs 86.3 oz ( I beleive shimano is in oz as well)

Nick take mine fishing one time, before you dish out the $$$ and make sure you like them

Nick C · 10-24-2006, 09:25 PM

since stuart is a long arse drive for me to borrow a few rods, come on down next week and lets fish my boat

...

Beerman · 10-24-2006, 09:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nick C

since stuart is a long arse drive for me to borrow a few rods, come on down next week and lets fish my boat

...

Done, pick the night!! or we will take the FV Headfirst out...either or

Nick C · 10-24-2006, 09:30 PM

. Maybe next Friday or Sat night... Tim can come along too

. or if the Headfirst II wants to set sail, i'm down for that

Verado06 · 10-24-2006, 11:22 PM

i love my gold tiagras and wont stop untl I have collection of them

They have yet to let me down and I take good care of them...

GhostRider · 10-25-2006, 01:18 AM

Nick, I own 2 Avet PRO-EX W 50II and they are absolutly incredible. As beerman said...I call them winches also...Just reeling in a jug/baloon you will notice a difference. I will bet you will like the feel of the AVET better. Lighter, Stronger, easier!

Good luck on your purchase!

JR.ANGLER 1 · 10-25-2006, 08:12 AM

Im biased, go with the Avet.

quack quack · 10-25-2006, 08:53 AM

Nick Zach is going to bring one down for the 201 trip

Beerman · 10-25-2006, 09:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nick C

since stuart is a long arse drive for me to borrow a few rods, come on down next week and lets fish my boat

...

Ummmmm arent you suppose to be in the area on THURS????

And yes QQ, i will bring one for the 201

e-money · 10-25-2006, 09:22 AM

Both are sick reels.

Maybe the Avets have the edge on "smoothness" & "cool" (go silver or blue) factor, but it's probably easier to get local service on your Shimano.

Maybe do like Beerman & get one or 2 of each :

I am in the market for one on a short bet butt for Xmas present to myself.

Beerman · 10-25-2006, 09:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by e-money

I am in the market for one on a short bet butt for Xmas present to myself.

Hmmmmm, you must of like that tip rod you were working... :lol: :lol: :lol:

e-money · 10-25-2006, 10:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Beerman

Quote:

Originally Posted by e-money

I am in the market for one on a short bet butt for Xmas present to myself.

Hmmmmm, you must of like that tip rod you were working... :lol: :lol: :lol:

Damn straight. Like drivin a caddy.
Let's do it agin soon

Nick C · 10-25-2006, 02:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by e-money

but it's probably easier to get local service on your Shimano.

NOPE! Shimano reels CANNOT be fixxed. they must be sent out to cali. Fact of life. done countless times with thir reels.

Zack... I HOPE I'll be up there thursday [-o<

e-money · 10-25-2006, 03:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nick C

Quote:

Originally Posted by e-money

but it's probably easier to get local service on your Shimano.

NOPE! Shimano reels CANNOT be fixxed. they must be sent out to cali. Fact of life. done countless times with thir reels.

Zack... I HOPE I'll be up there thursday [-o<

FYI, I said local "service" Nick.
I'm talking drag washers, bearings, handles, stuff you can easily swap / replace w/o having to send reel off to Cali.

Just thought more tackle shops are accustommed to annual service on your Tiagra than say your Avet (although that may be changing).

E

Captain Joe McGivern · 10-25-2006, 03:19 PM

i have 4 trx 50's. They are awesome!

View Poll Results: AVET vs. TIAGRA
Avet	15	35.71%
Tiagra	27	64.29%
Voters: 42. You may not vote on this poll

10-24-2006, 08:32 PM	#1 (permalink)
Nick C Grander Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: 900-1600' of water Boat: 25' Bluewater(Rough C's) Best Catch: est. 120lb Tarpon on 16lb tippet(fight time was 12 min) Occupation: Squid rigger Posts: 2,211	Avet 50 or Tiagra 50W LRS? What's your take? Which reel do you like better. If you have not fished both, please don't vote. I'd like to hear from those who have fished/own both(i.e Beerman). I plan on adding 2 more shinny reels to my collection by/right after xmas __________________ "Put your buoys out... we're comin' in HOT!"

10-24-2006, 08:41 PM	#2 (permalink)
DIRTYFOOT2 Grander Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Lake Worth fl Best Catch: 53lb Black Grouper Occupation: Gunnel Washer Posts: 2,061	Not interested in the accurates huh? DF2 :-k __________________ right thumb on the spool, left hand flips the lever

10-24-2006, 08:57 PM	#3 (permalink)
Nick C Grander Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: 900-1600' of water Boat: 25' Bluewater(Rough C's) Best Catch: est. 120lb Tarpon on 16lb tippet(fight time was 12 min) Occupation: Squid rigger Posts: 2,211	Haven't looked into them... what are they running $$$ The tiagra and Avet are about the same price(Avet slightly cheaper) __________________ "Put your buoys out... we're comin' in HOT!"

10-24-2006, 09:12 PM	#4 (permalink)
Beerman Hooked Up Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Stuart, FL Posts: 627	Nick, your welcome to borrow mine whenever you want, that way you will get a hands on feel for each. IMO I like them both, thats why i have 2 of each :lol: but if you go Tiagra make sure its the LRS and if Avet the wide.....but i do call the AVets the winches :lol: you get a little more drag with the Avet and they are made in the good old USA, and a little quicker retrieve in high gear. Other than that they are pretty comparable The Avet: Two Speed Model, Gear Ratio H3.2:1, L1.3:1 Lever Drag control system. 50 lb Max Drag on Strike with Free Spool. Pre set Drag feature. New cast control system only available from Avet Reels (prevention of backlash and as an line out adjustment for live bait fishing) 100% precision machined aluminum rigid frame. All stainless steel ball bearings and stainless steel components. AveDrag dual caliper drag washers with titanium brake disk. Handle knob with oversized grip. Harness lugs. Proudly designed, machined and assembled in USA. Technical Data Line capacity: 50lb - 950yd * *Note: Line diameter varies by manufacturer. Weight 67 oz Tiagra: Model Line Retrieve Per Crank (High/Low in.) Line Capacity (# Test/Yards) Max Drag at Full w/ Freespool (lbs.) Max Drag at Strike w/ Freespool (lbs.) Weight Bearings High Gear Ratio Low Gear Ratio TI50WLRSA 37/15 80/550 44.0 35.0 86.3 4 BB 3.1:1 1.3:1 __________________ Word of Wisdom: Many a problem will solve itself, if we forget it and go FISHING!!!!

10-24-2006, 09:16 PM	#5 (permalink)
Nick C Grander Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: 900-1600' of water Boat: 25' Bluewater(Rough C's) Best Catch: est. 120lb Tarpon on 16lb tippet(fight time was 12 min) Occupation: Squid rigger Posts: 2,211	Zack, are the Avets lighter? I'm not a huge fan of the tiagra handle... i gots smaller hands than most though... __________________ "Put your buoys out... we're comin' in HOT!"

10-24-2006, 09:22 PM	#6 (permalink)
Beerman Hooked Up Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Stuart, FL Posts: 627	Avets are lighter 67 oz vs 86.3 oz ( I beleive shimano is in oz as well) Nick take mine fishing one time, before you dish out the $$$ and make sure you like them __________________ Word of Wisdom: Many a problem will solve itself, if we forget it and go FISHING!!!!

10-24-2006, 09:25 PM	#7 (permalink)
Nick C Grander Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: 900-1600' of water Boat: 25' Bluewater(Rough C's) Best Catch: est. 120lb Tarpon on 16lb tippet(fight time was 12 min) Occupation: Squid rigger Posts: 2,211	since stuart is a long arse drive for me to borrow a few rods, come on down next week and lets fish my boat ... __________________ "Put your buoys out... we're comin' in HOT!"

10-24-2006, 09:30 PM	#9 (permalink)
Nick C Grander Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: 900-1600' of water Boat: 25' Bluewater(Rough C's) Best Catch: est. 120lb Tarpon on 16lb tippet(fight time was 12 min) Occupation: Squid rigger Posts: 2,211	. Maybe next Friday or Sat night... Tim can come along too . or if the Headfirst II wants to set sail, i'm down for that __________________ "Put your buoys out... we're comin' in HOT!"

10-24-2006, 11:22 PM	#10 (permalink)
Verado06 Hooked Up Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Miami and New Orleans Posts: 483	i love my gold tiagras and wont stop untl I have collection of them They have yet to let me down and I take good care of them...

10-25-2006, 01:18 AM	#11 (permalink)
GhostRider Lines In Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Miami, FL Boat: Swordfishing Best Catch: Triggerfish Occupation: Pirate Posts: 55	Nick, I own 2 Avet PRO-EX W 50II and they are absolutly incredible. As beerman said...I call them winches also...Just reeling in a jug/baloon you will notice a difference. I will bet you will like the feel of the AVET better. Lighter, Stronger, easier! Good luck on your purchase! __________________ - Danny -

10-25-2006, 08:12 AM	#12 (permalink)
JR.ANGLER 1 Lines In Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: 5 6 ACE Boat: Goin' Raptor Posts: 71	Im biased, go with the Avet.

10-25-2006, 08:53 AM	#13 (permalink)
quack quack Old Salt Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: lake worth Best Catch: 25lb codfish 5 yrs old first hanger Posts: 4,984	Nick Zach is going to bring one down for the 201 trip __________________ Either we can be a part of the solution or we can be the victims of a decision.

10-25-2006, 09:22 AM	#15 (permalink)
e-money Hooked Up Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Palm Beach Boat: Swordfish / wahoo/ muttons Occupation: Sales Posts: 375	Both are sick reels. Maybe the Avets have the edge on "smoothness" & "cool" (go silver or blue) factor, but it's probably easier to get local service on your Shimano. Maybe do like Beerman & get one or 2 of each : I am in the market for one on a short bet butt for Xmas present to myself. __________________ Swordfish Guide on your vessel for Palm Beach County Darkside trips ! eric@transparent-technology.com

10-25-2006, 03:19 PM	#20 (permalink)
Captain Joe McGivern Charter Captain Join Date: May 2004 Location: MIAMI FLORIDA Boat: 32 fountain twin 275 verados 60+mph Best Catch: 488lb sword, 1070 Black Marlin, 720 Blue Marlin,203 Yellowfin Tuna Occupation: Captain Posts: 719	i have 4 trx 50's. They are awesome! __________________ Captain Joe McGivern Sportfishing Miami Fishing Charters 305-588-8030

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